What’s cooking? Mark Zuckerberg’s jet found parked beside Trump Force One in Florida. Here’s what we know

Mark Zuckerberg recently visited Palm Beach, Florida, to meet with President-elect Donald Trump. The meeting marks a significant development in their relationship, following prior tensions.

Mark Zuckerberg's Gulfstream G650 jet was seen parked beside Trump Force One, Donald Trump’s customized Boeing 757. This occurred at Palm Beach International Airport, where Trump’s aircraft awaits the president-elect’s upcoming transition to Air Force One.

Zuckerberg met Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate earlier in the day. According to sources, this is their second face-to-face meeting since Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election.


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The first meeting took place before Thanksgiving, where discussions about the new administration reportedly occurred. Zuckerberg initiated the initial meeting, Meta confirmed.

Improving Relations

Since the 2024 election, Zuckerberg has sought to rebuild ties with Trump. This comes after Meta's platforms previously banned Trump following the events of January 6, 2021.

Zuckerberg has donated $1 million to Trump’s inaugural fund and ended third-party fact-checking on Facebook. Additionally, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies at Meta were recently revised.

In July 2024, Meta lifted restrictions on Trump’s accounts on Facebook and Instagram. These restrictions were enforced after the January 6 riots. Zuckerberg publicly praised Trump for his response during an assassination attempt in July, calling it “badass.”

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Trump has previously criticized Zuckerberg and Meta for their role in the 2020 elections. Republicans alleged that Zuckerberg’s $400 million “Zuckerbucks” initiative attempted to influence election outcomes.

For the 2024 elections, Zuckerberg avoided involvement in local election financing. This signals a shift in approach.

FAQs

Why did Zuckerberg meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago?
Zuckerberg met Trump to discuss the incoming administration, marking efforts to improve their relationship.

What is the “Zuckerbucks” initiative?
This refers to Zuckerberg’s 2020 election funding, which received criticism from Republicans as an attempt to sway votes.